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Johnson County Airport (BYG/KBYG) is a public general-aviation airport located about 3 miles southeast of Buffalo, Wyoming, near the Bighorn Mountains. It has a paved primary runway and a turf secondary runway, and sits at roughly 4,970 feet elevation, offering scenic but high-altitude flying conditions. The airport has no scheduled commercial airline service and primarily serves private, charter, and emergency aircraft.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors check density altitude and mountain winds carefully—BYG sits near 4,970 feet and weather near the Bighorn Mountains can change quickly, especially on summer afternoons.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is easiest to reach by car; from I-25 take the Buffalo exit and follow airport signs about 3 miles southeast of downtown. There is no public transit to BYG, and taxi or rideshare availability can be limited, so arrange a rental car or ground transportation in advance. Parking is generally available for transient and based aircraft visitors.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Johnson County Airport?
A: No scheduled commercial airlines serve BYG; it is a general aviation airport for private, charter, and emergency flights.
Q: How far is the airport from downtown Buffalo, Wyoming?
A: It is about 3 miles southeast of downtown Buffalo, roughly a 5-10 minute drive.
Q: Does Johnson County Airport have fuel?
A: Fuel is available for general aviation, typically self-service avgas; confirm current grades, hours, and payment methods before arrival.
Q: What is the elevation at BYG?
A: Field elevation is approximately 4,970 feet MSL, so expect high-density-altitude effects, especially on warm summer days.
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